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March Birthstone - Aquamarine and Bloodstone

by Judy Ellis
There are two stones, Aquamarine and Bloodstone that are associated with the month of March. I thought we'd take a quick look at them both today!
Aquamarine:

Aquamarine, the birthstone of March, has a rich color and has long been a symbol of youth, health and hope.

Its mesmerizing color ranges from pale to deep blue and are reminiscent of the sea.

A perfect birthstone for March, the Aquamarine creates a beautiful accent to spring and summer wardrobes.
The name aquamarine Aquamarine's name derives from Latin "aqua" (water) and "marina" (sea).

Believed to protect sailors and ensure safe voyages.

Its serene color cools tempers, promoting calm and levelheadedness.
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Ranges from greenish-blue to blue-green, more intense in larger stones.

Mined mainly in Brazil; also Nigeria, Madagascar, Zambia, Pakistan, Mozambique.
Judy Ellis's March Birthstone - Aquamarine and Bloodstone - , General Education, Design, , Aquamarine Cubic Zirconia
Judy Ellis's March Birthstone - Aquamarine and Bloodstone - , General Education, Design, , Aquamarine Cubic Zirconia
Judy Ellis's March Birthstone - Aquamarine and Bloodstone - , General Education, Design, , Aquamarine Cubic Zirconia
Judy Ellis's March Birthstone - Aquamarine and Bloodstone - , General Education, Design, , Aquamarine Cubic Zirconia
Bloodstone:

The second birthstone for March is bloodstone, a dark-green jasper flecked with vivid red spots of iron oxide.

The "classic" bloodstone is green chalcedony with red inclusions of iron oxide or red jasper.

The red inclusions are supposed to resemble spots of blood; hence the name "bloodstone"
Bloodstone, used by Babylonians for seals and amulets, was believed to heal blood disorders.

In ancient times, touching it supposedly stopped bleeding and healed wounds.

Warriors carried bloodstone amulets into battle to halt hemorrhages and ward off harm.

Known as stones of courage, they boost strength, self-esteem, and calm anxiety.

Promotes family love, prosperity in business/legal matters, wards off evil and jealousy.

Uplifts spirit, longevity, eases heartbreak, enhances creativity and intuition.

Called the martyr's stone, legend claims Christ's blood stained jasper at the cross.

Found in rocks or riverbeds; major sources India, Brazil, Australia.
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Materials

Aquamarine Cubic Zirconia
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Tools

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